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Vifm vs xplr: catalog facts
Vifm	xplr
Free Free to download, with optional sponsorship through GitHub Sponsors.	Free The open-source application is available without a license fee.
Windows, Linux, Command line	macOS, Linux
Vim keybindings and commands for file management Full keyboard control	Scriptable navigation and tool integration
Steep learning curve for people new to Vim Terminal interface only	Customization requires configuring the surrounding workflow.
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License: MIT
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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